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Codebreaker. Friend. Spy? A thrilling, nail-biting YA mystery with
themes of friendship, loyalty, secrets, and a dash of romance. 'The
appealing setting, nuanced and flawed heroines and engaging plot
make this a gripping read' THE IRISH TIMES 'A tense and gripping
period piece.' CHRIS SOUL 'Absolutely brilliant' FIONA SHARP,
Waterstones Bookseller Wartime. Pearl and Ellen work at top-secret
codebreaking HQ, Bletchley Park. Pearl is the youngest. A messenger
at sixteen, she's untidy, lively, bright, and half in love with the
wrong boy, Richard. Her circle of friends overlaps with his - the
dashing young men on their motorcycles who courier the secrets that
Bletchley deciphers. Ellen is a codebreaker. Reserved, analytical
and beautiful. She never expected to get close to a girl like Pearl
- or fall for a chap like Dennis. But when tragedy strikes, their
logical world is upended, with both friends caught in a spy plot
that rocks the very heart of the war effort. Who can they turn to
now? Who can they trust? And above all, can they unmask the traitor
in their midst before it's too late? Follows two young women, Pearl
and Ellen, who are recruited to work at Bletchley Park during the
Second World War Set in atmospheric 1940s England, The Secrets Act
also explores serious historical themes Perfect for fans of Code
Name Verity
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "An irresistible tale which
showcases the transformative power of literacy, reminding us of the
hope and sanctuary our neighborhood bookstores offer during the
perilous trials of war and unrest." --KIM MICHELE RICHARDSON,
author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek August 1939: London
prepares for war as Hitler's forces sweep across Europe. Grace
Bennett has always dreamed of moving to the city, but the bunkers
and drawn curtains that she finds on her arrival are not what she
expected. And she certainly never imagined she'd wind up working at
Primrose Hill, a dusty old bookshop nestled in the heart of London.
Through blackouts and air raids as the Blitz intensifies, Grace
discovers the power of storytelling to unite her community in ways
she never dreamed--a force that triumphs over even the darkest
nights of the war. "A gorgeously written story of love, friendship,
and survival set against the backdrop of WWII-era London."
--JILLIAN CANTOR, author of In Another Time and Half Life "A love
letter to the power of books to unite us, to hold the world
together when it's falling apart around our ears. This fresh take
on what London endured during WWII should catapult Madeline Martin
to the top tier of historical fiction novelists." --KAREN ROBARDS,
author of The Black Swan of Paris Don't miss Madeline Martin's
newest historical novel, The Librarian Spy.
From international bestselling author Mario Escobar comes a story of escape, sacrifice, and hope amid the perils of the second World War.
August 1942. Jacob and Moses Stein, two young Jewish brothers, are staying with their aunt in Paris amid the Nazi occupation. The boys’ parents, well-known German playwrights, have left the brothers in their aunt’s care until they can find safe harbor for their family. But before the Steins can reunite, a great and terrifying roundup occurs. The French gendarmes, under Nazi order, arrest the boys and take them to the Vélodrome d’Hiver—a massive, bleak structure in Paris where thousands of France’s Jews are being forcibly detained.
Jacob and Moses know they must flee in order to survive, but they only have a set of letters sent from the south of France to guide them to their parents. Danger lurks around every corner as the boys, with nothing but each other, trek across the occupied country. Along their remarkable journey, they meet strangers and brave souls who put themselves at risk to protect the children—some of whom pay the ultimate price for helping these young refugees of war.
This inspiring novel, now available for the first time in English, demonstrates the power of family and the endurance of the human spirit—even through the darkest moments of human history.
'Intriguing, comforting and endearingly familiar' Katie Fforde 'The
BBC's most downloaded radio show' The Guardian 'Incredible legacy'
The BBC 'Longest running drama in the world' The i News 'a gripping
plot full of love affairs, deceit, loss and more' Radio Times In
celebration of the 70th anniversary of The Archers hitting the
radio waves. It's 1940 and war has broken out. It is midnight at
the turn of the year, and Walter Gabriel speaks the same line that
opened the very first radio episode - 'And a Happy New Year to you
all!' For Ambridge, a village in the heart of the English
countryside, this year will bring change in ways no one was
expecting. From the Pargetters at Lower Loxley to the loving,
hard-working Archer family at Brookfield Farm, the war will be hard
for all of them. And the New Year brings the arrival of evacuees to
Ambridge, shaking things up in the close-knit rural community. As
the villagers embrace wartime spirit, the families that listeners
have known and loved for generations face an uphill battle to keep
their secrets hidden. Especially as someone is intent on revealing
those secrets to the whole village . . . Beautifully produced, with
stunning endpapers, this is the perfect read for all Archers fans.
Bristol 1941 Having left her abusive husband for very good reasons,
Mary Anne Randall finds herself judged harshly by her friends and
neighbours, after courageously risking everything for a second
chance at happiness with Michael. With Michael away fighting Mary
Anne is less concerned by her tarnished reputation and focusses on
keeping her beloved children safe. But with the bombs beginning to
fall on Bristol, danger is all too close to home. Will Mary Anne
rise above her tarnished reputation and protect those she loves
from the uncertainty of a world at war? A sequel to A Wartime Wife.
Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'A gripping saga and a storyline that will
keep you hooked' Rosie Goodwin 'The Tobacco Girls is another
heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all
saga fans.' Jean Fullerton 'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a past of
factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship, drama, and
choices that are as relevant today as they were then.' Catrin
Collier 'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then
look no further than Lizzie Lane.' Fenella J Miller
From the bestselling author of THE SECRET OF NIGHTINGALE WOOD comes
an exciting WW2 mystery entwined with magic and myth, shortlisted
for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. 'A beautiful story.'
KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars '[A]
mesmerising second novel' THE TELEGRAPH 'A poignant and uplifting
tale packed with adventure, atmosphere and intriguing characters.'
MAIL ON SUNDAY England is at war. Growing up in a lighthouse, Pet's
world has been one of storms, secret tunnels and stories about sea
monsters. But now the clifftops are a terrifying battleground, and
her family is torn apart. This is the story of a girl who is small,
afraid and unnoticed. A girl who freezes with fear at the enemy
planes ripping through the skies overhead. A girl who is somehow
destined to become part of the strange, ancient legend of the
Daughters of Stone ... The highly-anticipated second novel by Lucy
Strange, author of the bestselling The Secret of Nightingale Wood
and The Ghost of Gosswater. A haunting wartime tale about a girl
who lives in a lighthouse, woven through with an unforgettable
legend. Winner of the Historical Association Young Quills Award
2021 and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize
2020.
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